Do I need a dog licence? What are the leash rules?
In the Town of Kingsville, Ontario, licence required: True; leash rule: Owner must keep dog under physical control by leash or other device at all times when off owner's premises.; max animals: 3 dogs; more than 3 requires a Kennel Licence; fines: not exceeding $500.00 for each offence, exclusive of costs. Source: Regulation of Dogs By-law 103-2003 (Consolidated), verified 2026-06-10.
Regulation of Dogs By-law 103-2003 (Consolidated)
adopted bylaw
licence required
True
s. 2(a)
leash rule
Owner must keep dog under physical control by leash or other device at all times when off owner's premises.
s. 8(e)
max animals
3 dogs; more than 3 requires a Kennel Licence
s. 2(b)
fine range
not exceeding $500.00 for each offence, exclusive of costs
Part I s. 9
scout note
Town of Kingsville By-law 103-2003, a by-law to provide for the licensing, regulating and registration of dogs and to authorize muzzling; consolidated version including amendments through By-law 122-2018.